Police Investigate Shots Fired into Apartment Door

Worcester, MA (June 13, 2017) – On Monday, June 12, 2017 at approximately 10:54 PM, Worcester police responded to a report of multiple gunshots fired in the area of 33 Everard Street. Several police units responded. Upon the officers arrival they discovered ballistic evidence outside the apartment building. Officers entered the building and discovered additional ballistic evidence. Officers observed several bullet holes into a door leading into one of the apartments.

Officers met with three adult occupants that were inside the apartment at the time the shots were fired. There were no injuries reported.

Police were told that prior to the shots fired, a knock on the door was heard. One of the occupants asked who it was and a male voice had given a name that was unsure to them. Shortly after that the shots were fired into the door.

Members of the Detective Bureau responded to the scene along with members of the Crime Scene Unit. Detectives canvassed the area while the crime scene was processed and evidence collected.

The motive is unclear at this time, This investigation is ongoing, if anyone has information about this incident they can send an anonymous text to 274637 TIPWPD + your message or send an anonymous web based message at worcesterma.gov/police. Calls can also be made to the Worcester Police Detective Bureau at (508) 799-8651.